The tweet, which has since been deleted, came in response to a customer asking if the popular operator would stocking Sony’s new mid-range Xperia XA2.

The reply said: “We won’t be ranging the XA2, but will range the XZ2 which will be coming soon.”

Three has since said the tweet was posted in error but it could give us an indication of what’s to come in the weeks ahead.

We’ll find out full details of what’s to come from Sony next Monday morning but the signs look exciting for Xperia fans.

These popular phones have faced fierce competition from the likes of Samsung, LG, OnePlus and Huawei but if they can finally include edge-to-edge displays and dual cameras it could put the Xperia brand firmly back on the map.

Sony has already begun the year well revealing its stunning new mid-range Xperia XA2 and XA2 Ultra.

These cut-priced devices feature an edge-to-edge display, rear fingerprint scanner and decent processor for a lot less than a flagship device.

The XA2 Ultra also brings a dual selfie camera to the Xperia brand which offers improved images in low light and the ability to take a wide-angle shot of you friends and family.

Both devices are on sale now with prices starting from £299.

Mobile World Congress kicks off on February 25 with Sony, Samsung, Nokia and Huawei all expected to announce their big 2018 news.

Sony has already begun the year with a smartphone launch with the Japanese technology firm revealing its new Xperia XA2 and XA2 Ultra.

Express.co.uk will be heading to Barcelona and will bring you all of the news live as it happens.